This episode of Buildcast spotlights M.P. Shah Hospital’s leadership in greening healthcare. Host Nasra Nanda explores how the hospital integrates sustainability into its design and operations, shaping a climate-smart, future-ready model for health equity in Kenya.

In this episode of Buildcast, KGBS Impact Lead Louis Kariuki shares how he bridges the gap between data and real-world change in the green building movement. From measuring change to turning data into real-world outcomes, we unpack how KGBS drives systems change, why impact matters, and the shifts needed to build a more sustainable future.

What happens when diplomacy meets sustainability? In this episode of Buildcast, host Nasra Nanda sits down with H.E. Peter Maddens, the Belgian Ambassador to Kenya, to explore how the Belgian Embassy in Nairobi became thecity’s first net zero diplomatic mission.

From biogas to solar energy, rainwater harvesting to waste innovation — Ambassador Maddens unpacks the transformation of the embassy, the personal values thatshaped his leadership, and Belgium’s broader partnership with Kenya on environmental action.

Whether you’re in government, architecture, diplomacy, or urban policy — this is a masterclass in how buildings, values, and international cooperation can shape a greener future.

Don’t miss out on this episode of Buildcast, by the KenyaGreen Building Society.Tune in. Be inspired. And let’s keep building better.

What does it mean to design a city around people, notjust policies?

In this episode of Buildcast, host Nasra Nanda speaks withMaryam Wangeshi, the Nairobi Coordinator of UrbanBetter Cityzensand a youth member of the Kenya Green Building Society. Maryam shareshow air quality, walkability, and lived experience are shaping a new urbannarrative — one led by young people.

From mapping community health to pushing for equitable public spaces,Maryam’s work is a powerful reminder that the future of cities must beinclusive, data-driven, and bold.

If you care about youth leadership, urban justice, and reimaginingNairobi from the ground up — this episode is for you.Buildcast is powered by the Kenya Green BuildingSociety.
Tune in. Be inspired. And let’s keep building better.

What role does Kenya’s private sector play in drivingclimate-smart growth?

In this episode of Buildcast, host Nasra Nanda speaks with Julius Opio, Chairman of ICC Kenya, about how businesses are embracing ESG, enabling green trade, and preparing fora just transition.

From sustainable exports to climate-aligned infrastructure, Julius shares powerful insights on what it will take to future-proof Kenya’s economy.

Whether you're a policymaker, investor, developer, or startup founder — this conversation will shift how you think about business in the era of climate change.Buildcast is powered by the Kenya Green Building Society — where we speak with the people building Africa’s future, one conversation at a time.

In this premiere episode of Buildcast Season 3, host Nasra Nanda sits down with Stanley Gachoki, Head of Distribution at I&M Bank, to unpack a bold infrastructure innovation: the container branch model.

Stanley shares how this modular, mobile, and sustainable solution is transforming how the bank expands its footprint, reaches underserved communities, and aligns with I&M’s Imara Strategy. From cost-efficiency and speed of deployment to environmental impact and customer experience, this episode explores what happens when banking meets smart design and climate-conscious thinking.

Whether you’re in finance, urban development, or sustainability — this is a story of agile infrastructure done right.

We’re kicking off Season 3 of Buildcast with a powerful continental voice.

In this premiere episode, host Nasra Nanda speaks with Tebogo ‘Tebby’ Modisagape, Chairperson of the Botswana Green Building Council and host of the Africa Green Building Summit 2025.

Tebby shares the story behind Botswana’s growing green building movement, what it means to host the continent’s most influential sustainability summit, and how youth and women are taking the lead in building a resilient, inclusive future.

As the first of seven episodes this season, this conversation sets the stage for what Buildcast is all about: spotlighting the people and places reimagining Africa’s built environment — boldly, collaboratively, and sustainably.

Tune in and join us in the journey toward Gaborone — and beyond.

Sheila Moraa, of student housing giants Acorn Holdings, shares the story of how Acorn managed to leverage green building design and certification to access finance for their largely successful portfolio of student housing developments, popularly known as Qwetu Hostels.